THE POLICE BEAT: Feb. 9 crime news from Peterborough-Lakefield police

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Assault Arrest
On February 6, 2013 at 5:15 p.m., a man and his girlfriend were exiting a business and were confronted by the accused who was an acquaintance.
The parties had a verbal argument. During the argument, the accused punched the victim in the face numerous times. The accused left the area prior to police arrival. The victim suffered swelling around his eye but did not require medical attention.
Police arrested Chris Davis, 39, shortly after at his residence on Walker Avenue for the offence of assault. Davis was released from police custody with a court date of February 28, 2013 when he will begin the process of determining his innocence or guilt.

Warrant Arrest
On February 7, 2013, an arrest warrant was issued for the accused, Carl Wayne McGlennon, 41, of Park Street, for theft, breach of probation and fail to attend for fingerprints.
On February 9 at 12:07 a.m., police observed the accused in the area of Charlotte and Stewart streets. The accused was arrested on the outstanding warrant.
During the search of the accused, police located a bag that was concealed under his jacket that contained a framing hammer, a screwdriver and wire with magnets attached. These items are believed to be tools intended for committing break and enters.
McGlennon has been charged with warrant offences along with possess break-in instruments and breach of probation. He was held in custody for court Feb. 9 to begin the process of determining his innocence or guilt

Cause Disturbance Arrest
On February 6 at 2 a.m., police were on general patrol on Hunter Street and observed bar staff escorting two females from their establishment.
During this time, a male exited the bar and confronted the bar staff. The male punched one of the bar staff in the face. Police intervened and arrested the male. The victim did not wish to purse assault charges.
Joshua James Lynch, 28, of Havelock is charged with cause disturbance. He was released from police custody with a court date of February 28, 2013 when he will begin the process of determining his innocence or guilt.